Johnson was a cool guy. We're both from the same hometown and born only about five years apart, so we talked a bit about our high schools and hangouts we had in common. Appreciate the kind words about the video. Thanks for watching.

I wished this Resistol fit my big ol' head better, but I have become a big fan of palm straw hats - they're quite versatile.

I actually have a cowboy hardhat...always get a lot of compliments on jobsites but the resistol is my new go to

As an Aussie that has a few Akubra’s and is now buying Resistol/Stetson western style hats, I can appreciate this comment :)

Enjoyed reading your comment. Kinda like reading an old Louis L'Lamour paperback. I dipped my toe in the Resistol water with the Amarillo Sky, and I have another Resistol that I'll also unbox on the way. I'm quite partial to Stetsons, but it's nice to branch out every once in a while. Thanks for watching..

Just once or twice? I will endeavor to make you pee in your pants from laughing in my next video. Many thanks for watching.

Oh, I forgot to say, I bought the Stetson Square after watching the video you made on it. Thanks again. That's proved to be a great recommendation.

The insight is appreciated as I am new to Resistol. I'll likely stick with Stetsons going forward but will file away this useful tip. Many thanks for watching the channel and for reaching out, Bubba.

I branched out to Resistol because I've bought just about every Stetson I can find in my size. Since I just unboxed the Resistol last night, the jury is still out on my opinion of the brand.

​@@historynerdsmancave7567 I wish around here tho up here in northwestern Alabama that the 2 local western stores carried Resistol hats. I am afraid that my size will be off. I also wear a gigantic size 7.5. I like to try my hats on and make sure they fit properly. The 2 stores here are fantastic but they carry mainly the cheaper twister brand hats and justin hats.

They’re the same company

Resistol hats fit me better. Stetson 71/2 is a bit larger than Resistol 7 1/2. If you look at eu sizing it’s 60cm vs 61 or something like that.

I've looked at the Broken Bow...but I'm not sure I can pull off that hat band, and the feather is a bit over the top for my conservative taste.

@@historynerdsmancave7567 I changed out the hat band, I too was not a fan, the feather is optional

Thanks for the recommendation. I’ve always been loyal to Stetson in tribute to my late father because that’s what he wore. I’ve only recently tried Resistol, though I’ve not been very impressed. I’ll take a look at the American hats. Baby steps, Bubba, baby steps…

I completely understand. I was a die hard Resistol wearer. Then I found American Hat. Changed everything for me. Their hats are top quality and they have a really good fit. I also really like their +x (positive times) mantra. “Keith Maddox redefined American Hat Company as it is today lived his life and affected everyone he touches with his “Positive Times” ➕✖️ mantra. What began as a cattle brand was a unique symbol reflective of Keith Maddox, how he lived his life, and how he always saw positivity in every situation and everyone. ➕✖️ is both a gift and a lasting legacy of Keith and Susan Maddox as a guiding principle for the business and a way of life. ➕✖️ is a daily choice and reminder to renew yourself to begin again and put positive energy into the world you touch.”

Sounds like your grandpa was a wise man. As a bourbon collector, I know his low opinion of celebrity-endorsed products is true about whiskey, too. I've been eyeing a hat from the Strait collection but haven't pulled the trigger...and your comment might just dissuade me altogether. Many thanks for supporting the channel.

@historynerdsmancave7567 it's becoming my favorite channel and inspiration for better content and maybe one day a face reveal LOL

I pulled out the reed - the wire that runs around the circumference of the hat under the sweatband - placed a hat stretcher inside and cranked it up. We’ll see if it works. The hat was inexpensive, and they don’t make a bigger size, so returning it seemed inconvenient.

In my unboxing video of the Stetson Square, I discuss the “bull rider” brim shape and the rodeo riders who wore it. Seems to be the style these days. I don’t particularly care for it…but don’t hate it enough to reshape the brims. Thanks for watching.

Appreciate your kind words, and thanks for watching, Bubba.

We live in a world that does not accommodate us giant-headed me very well. Love the Stetson Square and recommend it highly.

Hoping I can stretch out the Amarillo Sky...and I will leave the chubby-chasers to the chubbies who wished to be chased. Thanks for watching!

One of my other videos gives the full history of the Stetson Open Road. It was originally created by Stetson, so I recommend going with the original. I've always meant to visit the Jimmie Rodgers Museum in Meridian, MIssissippi but have made it over there yet.

Thanks for the advice. It's just a $60 hat and not worth the hassle of returning. Palm straw is a pretty hearty material, so I'll give stretching a shot, and if it doesn't work out, it ain't a big deal. Thanks for watching!

I wear a 7-3/4, Chief, so there ain’t a size bigger for me to get. Why can’t they just make the hats in the right size like Stetson does? Thanks for watching!

@@historynerdsmancave7567no idea chief, I just know I wear 7 3/8 in Resistol and 7 1/4 in everything else. But I can say the same about boot companies, clothing companies, etc. nothing is consistent.

Stetson used to offer factory tours, but I have heard the have recently stopped. I'd planned to visit the Dallas/Fort Worth area in order to take the our, but I may still go just to visit the outlet store...although I'm not sure how I'd get my purchases home on an airplane.